1953 Ferrari 255 S vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 1956 Jensen 541 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 255 S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ferrari 255 S | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 255 S | 541 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2713 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 68 L |
